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Chemical Name: RANITIDINE (ra-NIT-ti-deen)
This medicine is a histamine blocker used to treat and prevent ulcers. It is
also used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This medicine may
also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM
YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that
you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if
you are taking certain cephalosporins (such as cefditoren or cefpodixime),
itraconazole, or ketoconazole. DO NOT START OR STOP any medicine without doctor
or pharmacist approval. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions,
allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if
you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. ANTACIDS
MAY BE USED with this medicine unless directed otherwise by your doctor. STORE
THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE
OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do
not take 2 doses at once.
IF YOUR SYMPTOMS DO NOT IMPROVE or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS
until you know how you react to this medicine. Using this medicine alone, with
other medicines, or with alcohol, may lessen your ability to drive or to perform
other potentially dangerous tasks. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE,
either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
FOR WOMEN: THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE
BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or
pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
A SIDE EFFECT that may go away during treatment, is headache. If it continues,
or is bothersome, check with your doctor. AN ALLERGIC REACTION to this medicine
is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an
allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble
breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include difficulty breathing, fast
heartbeat, tremors, vomiting, and restlessness.
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT
USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the
reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain
refills before your supply runs out.
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